Hmm, interesting.The website is not actually open for applications , it's a 'coming soon for 2013' scenario.
So unless you have one in already I don't think you can apply at present. Don't worry too much about ex-Astraeus guys - 3 went there after the company went bust, 1 already had an offer (full time) and the other 2 are seasonal. Astraeus went bust too late in the year for people to get in - all they had left was 6 month 75 FO gigs or 73 Capts when I spoke to them.
As for bmi baby, as I have been told they have taken a few trainers on the 73. I would think if thye do need 65 mainly on the 73 next year this would be their first port of call.As ever it remains hard for those with no experience/TR to get a look in.
Black pudding - I like your style.Your persistance paid off. I couldn't contemplate the idea of trying to get a first job at 39 !